A Collection of Proverbial Wit and Political Quips
A long compendium of maxims and satirical lines on life, love, business, politics, and public figures. It names familiar politicians and themes of the era while delivering pithy observations on integrity, eloquence, and national policy, with references to Ford, Congress, and Brookhart.
Patriot whistling My Country Tis of Thee on tax day
A patriot is described as a man who whistles My country tis of thee while filing his income tax. The Atlantic News Telegraph notes the Republican Protective Tariff pledges protection for American business farmers and citizens.
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Atlantic News-Telegraph
Tariff Issue Seen As Campaign Focus for Democrats
Strategists from the Democratic party say tariffs will shape the next presidential race and could become a pivotal issue against the party. The comment frames tariff policy as a competitive fault line in upcoming elections.
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Democratic Party
Ex service man faces delays in bonus payout process
Questioning how many more bureaucratic hurdles remain before the veteran reaches the pay window to receive his promised bonus. The text highlights frustration with red tape and extended processing times.
Americans Seek German Real Estate Investment Chance
Americans holding German money are offered a chance to invest in German real estate. The potential investment could prove to be a risky or poor choice depending on market conditions and currency considerations.
Anita Stewart confirms separation not divorce decision yet
Moviedom actress Anita Stewart and her husband have separated. She says she has not decided whether to seek a divorce.
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Anita Stewart
Moviedom
Economic Case Against Exporting Raw Materials
The statement argues it is uneconomic for the United States to export raw materials for foreign manufacturing and then import the finished goods. It highlights costs of transportation, processing, and added value abroad versus domestic production.
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United States
Page County Veteran Seeks Hospital Commitment
A Page County man and World War I veteran appeared before the board of county commissioners at Clarinda and asked to be sent to the hospital for the insane. The brief action reflects local concerns about care and commitment procedures for veterans.
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Page County
Board of Commissioners
Clarinda
Republicans Urge Unity in 1924 Campaign
The party should stand united in 1924 to avoid defeat. A split could hand victory to the Democrats as Republicans have just begun moving forward in Washington.
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Washington
New Texas Goat Politician Urges Wool Tax
A new species of politician described as a goat politician emerges in Washington. A Democrat from Texas advocates a wool import tax while seeking free trade on other goods, provoking calls that such pests be exterminated.
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Washington
Texas
State legislatures weigh power to head off April coal strike
During a session the Iowa General Assembly may probe its power to curb an anticipated coal strike in early April. The report notes that state legislatures will fill any gaps left by congressional activity with a flurry of often unclear political maneuvering.
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Iowa General Assembly
One-Eyed Man Hears to Gauge Surroundings
A one-eyed man relies on good hearing to form an intelligible summary of current conditions, using sound cues to infer what he cannot see. The idea highlights how senses compensate, guiding practical assessment when vision is impaired.
Question on Smith Brookhart’s Hog Pen Wardrobe in Harding Era Campaign
The passage questions whose hog pen hosted Smith Brookhart and whose overalls he wore for a campaign photo from the early days of the senatorial bid. It praises Wm. O. Payne of the Des Moines Iowa Forum as the most vocal Harding second-term opponent and notes Payne’s strong Republican credentials and reasons for opposing.
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Smith Brookhart
Harding
Wm. O. Payne
Iowa Forum
Des Moines
William
End of Congress Leaves Farmers Kentucky Restless
The piece mocks political rants as congress adjourns and targets Brookhart for saying Iowa farmers are broke. It notes farmers still operating, voting patterns toward the critic, and a sense of fatigue with heated talk rather than real rest.
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Brookhart
Iowa
Pell
The Anita Record Advertising Proposition
The Anita Record, Cass county Iowa, offers advertisers access to a wide circulation in Anita and northeastern Cass county. It highlights strong trade territory reach and asserts that newspaper ads are a legitimate business investment with satisfactory returns, signed by editor SHERM F MYERS.
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Cass County
Iowa
Anita
Record
Anita Record
Sherm
F. Myers
Mother's Letter Fights School Dress Code Debate
A Des Moines Capital letter argues for school uniforms or limits on dress for high school girls causing parental concerns about finances and social stigma. The item is part of a local community roundup noting health, business, and social updates from Anita and surrounding areas, with multiple brief notices and names.
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Des Moines
Obituary of Ennis A. Whited from Dexter Iowa
Ennis Alvin Whited born December 1 1863 in Warren county Iowa died Sunday evening in Dexter aged 59 3 10. He moved with his family to Cass county and later lived in Atlantic Anita and Madison county before settling in Dexter. He married Alta Wilson January 5 1904 and had one son Floyd. Survived by wife son three sisters and one brother. Funeral at Methodist church conducted by Rev Peter Jacobs with Clergy from nearby churches and interment at Menlo Cemetery.
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Ennis Alvin Whited
Warren County
Iowa
Dexter
Cass County
Atlantic
Alta Willson
Floyd
Anita
Madison County
Mr. Whited
A. B. Perkins
Redlands
California
H. L. Pearson
Oxford
Nebr
Adron Noftiger
Glydon
Minn
S. Whited
Whited
Methodist
Peter Jacobs
Girdner
Early Chapel
Stephens
Penn Center Church
Death of Miss Mary Desmond in Cass county
Miss Mary Desmond died at Atlantic hospital from heart trouble triggered by influenza after a ten day illness. The 54 year old never married, born in McHenry County Illinois, is survived by her mother Ellen and three brothers John Frank and Dan. Funeral at Atlantic Catholic Church with Father McDermott officiating, burial in Atlantic Catholic Cemetery. Rural schools closed as teachers could not travel back and forth.
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Mary Desmond
Cass County
Atlantic Hospital
Deseased
McHenry County
Illinois
John Desmond
Ellen Desmond
Atlantic
John
Frank
Dan
Atlanta Catholic
Father McDermott
Atlantic Catholic Cemetery
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